1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1969 Audi Variant
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
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1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1969 Audi Variant | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Navajo | Variant |
Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |